Nurse Practitioner

Nurse PractitionerThe Nurse Practitioner provides clinical care to patients, based upon his/her specialty training, through an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach that takes into consideration the psychosocial aspects of both health and disease.Analytical and Critical ThinkingMaintains the standard of clinical care, using diagnostic testing appropriately and providing appropriate treatmentConsiders the psychosocial aspects of both health and diseaseUses diagnostic testing appropriately yet cost-effectively, and providing appropriate treatmentPatient FocusEffectively engages patients in their careChecking, Examining, and RecordingMaintains complete and comprehensive documentationProfessionalismSeeks physician consultation when appropriateDemonstrates professionalism and integrity in all aspects of patient careCompliance, Policy, and ProcedureShows meaningful progress toward quality improvement goalsSkills and AbilitiesAbility to work with a multidisciplinary clinical teamComputer skills including Microsoft office suite, electronic medical records and practice management systemEducation and/or ExperienceExperienced Family Nurse Practitioner with at least 2 years of clinical experience in primary careFamily Nurse Practitioner with at least 2 years of primary care experienceAppropriate Maryland licensure and clinical certification, DEA and Maryland CDS, X licenseInterest in and/or experience in community health settingsExcellent communication and team skills requiredWorking Conditions/Physical DemandsWork is typically performed in a clinical and office environment. Travel among Chase Brexton Health Services clinics is required. Exposure to communicable diseases or hazardous material is possible, with little likelihood of harm if established precautions are followed.Ability to perform functions normally completed during the course of clinical care (i.e., sitting, standing, fine motor coordination), use of the keyboard for typing or editing of EMR notes, clinically evaluating and communicating plans to patients.Must meet FTCA requirements.